Artist description The Dry Cell Orchestra is a production of Derek Lotek, vintage syth enthusiast and patch cord addict. All instruments, effects, mixers, samplers and amplifiers used in the production of this music are powered by batteries. No wall sockets were violated in the process of making these songs.

Music Style Retro synth electronica ambient techno electro

Musical Influences Kraftwerk, Tangerine Dream, Drum Circles, Tomita, Yello

Similar Artists Kraftwerk, Tangerine Dream, Drum Circles, Tomita, Yello

Artist History Highly inspired by his friend and sometimes music parter, digital nomad Eklektro Greg, Derek has undergone the process of locating (sometimes hidden in a closet) a slew of gear that can be taken anywhere to perform. Having had experience with busking, drum circles in concert parking lots, and open mics, where other performers only had to bring a drum or an accoustic guitar, Derek wanted to be able to perform his unique version of the improv music he was hearing. So, after collaborating with Eklektro Greg's mobile car battery/inverter powered performance vehicle, the spark set off what has become a huge hit in the Baltimore open mic community. Now (Summer 2003) the project has taken wings, and a return to the source is underway as Derek is packing up the 2 suitcases full of electronic toys and heading west to sunny Venice Beach to further his collaborations with the ever evolving EKLEKTRO.NET project.

Group Members Derek Lotek, Yamaha: 2xMR10, 2xSU10, QY10, QY70, MM10. Boss: 2xDR220, Micromixer, DRP1,2,3 Roland: HPD5 Behringer: Eurorack 1002 Zoom: 2x9000, 505 Korg: Univox MicroRythmer, DDD1 +Various pedals, and toy audio recording/playback devices, Pignose Amps

Location Los Angeles, CA - USA

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